Hurricanes
Patrick J. Fitzpatrick
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Hurricanes
Published
2005
Publisher
ABC-CLIO, LLC
Pages
412
ISBN-13
9781280712104
Description
In September 1776 the so-called iHurricane of Independencei hit Canada and the northeastern United States, leading to 4,170 deaths. In 1900 around 8,000 perished in the Galveston Hurricane and the resulting tidal surge. Coastal defenses, early warning systems, and evacuation procedures have improved enormously. However, hurricanes still pose a potentially devastating threat to life and property, especially in coastal regions of the United States and the Caribbean. What causes these extreme storms? How can we best defend ourselves?Hurricanes: A Reference Handbook explores the historical, ecological, economic, and social dimensions of hurricanes in North America. Synthesizing literature from a wide range of authoritative sources, this book is an invaluable guide to hurricanes and their impact and is essential reading for students, scientists, mariners, and coastal residents alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Hurricanes?
This edition of Hurricanes has approximately 412 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Hurricanes?
For most readers, Hurricanes typically takes between 8h 35m and 5h 43m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 103,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 52m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 103,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Hurricanes?
The estimated word count for Hurricanes is approximately 103,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Hurricanes?
Hurricanes was written by Patrick J. Fitzpatrick.
When was Hurricanes published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2005. The original work may have been published on a different date.